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Sycamore Brewing Rebrands After Co-Founder’s Arrest

1/9/2026

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Sycamore Brewing in Charlotte rebranded as Club West Brewing after co-founder Justin Tawse Brigham was arrested on charges including statutory rape of a child under 15.
The flagship location closed indefinitely on January 5 for community healing.
Sarah Louise Taylor, the current owner, removed Brigham from the business and began divorce proceedings as the brand faces lost partnerships and a planned family-friendly location.

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Story summary

Sycamore Brewing in Charlotte rebranded as Club West Brewing after co-founder Justin Tawse Brigham was arrested on charges including statutory rape of a child under 15.
The flagship location closed indefinitely on January 5 for community healing.
Sarah Louise Taylor, the current owner, removed Brigham from the business and began divorce proceedings as the brand faces lost partnerships and a planned family-friendly location.